What skills and experience we're looking for
• teach sensitively and effectively, displaying good teaching practice in line with the aims and objectives of the school’s ethos and policies;
• carry out statutory assessment requirements in line with Government Policy;
• work closely with colleagues in the planning and preparation of work, assessment and record keeping;
• manage a stimulating classroom environment and ensure appropriate care of materials and equipment within the classroom;
• liaise with class teachers, the Headteacher, parents and outside agencies in relation to individual pupils;
• report to the Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher or other member of SMT on a day-to-day basis on any pastoral or medical problems concerning pupils;
• work with the SENCO in the planning of activities for children with special educational needs;
• take a shared responsibility for high quality display of work around the school;
• take part in a range of whole school activities including assemblies, sports, concerts, festivals, etc.
• carry out a share of general supervision duties as directed by the Headteacher.
• Planning, Teaching and Class Management
• Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting
• Curriculum Development
What the school offers its staff
• Weekly CPD sessions during teaching time
• Joint planning, preparation and assessment time
• An experienced team of knowledgeable staff to support, guide and work alongside
• Excellent behaviour and support from a strong SLT if concerns arise
• A unique curriculum that teachers are able to practice and refine
• No formal after school meetings
• Parent consultations during school time
• Supportive parents
• A supportive and experienced governing body
• Dedicated subject leader time
• Support and time given to write plans for SEND pupils
• Time to develop subject knowledge across the primary curriculum not just English and maths
• Opportunities to develop coaching, mentoring and leadership skills in a supportive environment
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.